1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 47 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 530 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |