1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1999 BMW 529
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1999 BMW 529 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Coupe | 529 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |