1966 Abarth 595 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 43 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 856 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |
