1963 Abarth 750 vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 750 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 750 | 525 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |