1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 46 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 525 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
