1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 690 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 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 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 540 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1600 | 540 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |