1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2008 BMW 528
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 48 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2008 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Spider Riviera | 528 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
