1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 48 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 1455 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 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 | 2009 BMW M6 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | M6 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 520 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75.2 mm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |