1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2400 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
