1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1957 BMW 501
To start off, 1959 Abarth 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1957 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 750 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
