1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1970 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
