1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Spider Riviera | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |