1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 29 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 1002 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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1996 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3169 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
