1965 Abarth OT vs. 1987 BMW 730
To start off, 1987 BMW 730 is newer by 22 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 730 weights approximately 877 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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1987 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 730 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
