1965 Abarth OT vs. 1990 BMW 518
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 25 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 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 435 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1990 BMW 518 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 518 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 52 L |
