1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 47 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 1030 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, 2006 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2006 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 318 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |