1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2004 BMW 520

To start off, 2004 BMW 520 is newer by 44 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 520 weights approximately 1080 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, 2004 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth Coupe 2004 BMW 520
Make Abarth BMW
Model Coupe 520
Year Released 1960 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 784 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62.5 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1670 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 70 L


 

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