1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 BMW M6
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 875 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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3453 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
