1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 1190 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 595 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
