1963 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 BMW 525

To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 49 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 1185 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Abarth 750 2012 BMW 525
Make Abarth BMW
Model 750 525
Year Released 1963 2012
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 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 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 70 L


 

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