1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 46 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 1155 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
