1965 Abarth 595 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1965 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
