1966 Abarth OT vs. 1968 BMW 2000
To start off, 1968 BMW 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth OT (185 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Abarth OT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth OT | 1968 BMW 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | OT | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
