1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 1300. (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
