1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 600 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 600 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | 530 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 2979 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |