1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 525 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |