1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Mono 1000 | 520 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |