1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 53 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Abarth 2200 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 535 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |