1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 480 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2007 BMW Alpina 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 Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 500 | Alpina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |
