1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 2030 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 600 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
