1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
