1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600. 2012 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 600 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 600 | 530 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |