1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 2009 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2890 mm |
