1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2009 BMW 735
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 1365 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, 2009 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2009 BMW 735 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. 2009 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2009 BMW 735 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Spider Riviera | 735 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 70 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 88 L |