1959 Abarth Renault vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 52 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 429 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. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Renault | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 125 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |
