1965 Abarth OT vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 47 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 660 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 116 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
