1965 Abarth OT vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP) has 302 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 935 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 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 550 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 550 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 235 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 | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
