1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 1120 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2011 BMW 528 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. 2011 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Spider Riviera | 528 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
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 | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |