1965 Abarth OT vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 43 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 480 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, 2008 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 116 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 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 | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
