1963 Abarth 595 vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 2007 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
