1965 Abarth OT vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 38 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 717 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 2003 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | M3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| 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 | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
