1965 Abarth OT vs. 1981 BMW 628
To start off, 1981 BMW 628 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1981 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 628 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
