1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1988 BMW 524
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1988 BMW 524 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2200 | 524 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
