1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1986 BMW M6
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1986 BMW M6 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | M6 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |