1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 24 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 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 1255 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 595 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 595 | M5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 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 | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |