1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1999 BMW LMR

To start off, 1999 BMW LMR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW LMR weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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 LMR (355 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 1999 BMW LMR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 1999 BMW LMR has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW LMR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth Spider Riviera 1999 BMW LMR
Make Abarth BMW
Model Spider Riviera LMR
Year Released 1960 1999
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 785 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 600 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 355 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 610 kg 1615 kg
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2770 mm


 

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