1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 51 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1175 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.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
