1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 52 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1505 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.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
