1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Mono 1000 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
