1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700.
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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | 523 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 70 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |