1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 49 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 1105 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000. 2009 BMW M6 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. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 2009 BMW M6 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | M6 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 501 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 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 | 680 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |