1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1992 BMW 525
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1992 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
