1966 Abarth 595 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 595 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 595 | 550 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |