1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 595 (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 595 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1971 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1971 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
