1965 Abarth OT vs. 1999 BMW Z8
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 34 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 860 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1999 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 73 L |
