1965 Abarth OT vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 1060 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth OT has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth OT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 2008 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | M6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
