1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 48 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 1375 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, 2007 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2007 BMW 730 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. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2007 BMW 730 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 730 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 255 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |