1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | 525 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |