1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2006 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2006 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Stola | 645 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
