1965 Abarth OT vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 871 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 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT. 1981 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth OT has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth OT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1981 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 745 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 100 L |
