1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 52 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 1430 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | X3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 67 L |