1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000.
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. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1969 Abarth 2000 has manual transmission. 1969 Abarth 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2968 mm |
