1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1984 BMW M6
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (286 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1984 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 500 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1506 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
