1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1992 BMW 538
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 33 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 1385 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1992 BMW 538 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 538 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 341 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |