1965 Abarth OT vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 40 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 940 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 2005 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 545 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 326 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
