1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 38 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595. 2009 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. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
