1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 52 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1090 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
