1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Mono 1000 | 550 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |