1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2007 BMW M5
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 9 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 1030 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 2007 BMW M5. 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2007 BMW M5 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. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2007 BMW M5 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Stola | M5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |