1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1988 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
