1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1993 BMW 856
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 974 kg more than 1959 Abarth Renault. 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 Renault | 1993 BMW 856 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 856 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
