1965 Abarth OT vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 805 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 53 L |
