1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 BMW 845
To start off, 1999 BMW 845 is newer by 32 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 1120 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1999 BMW 845 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 845 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4398 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2690 mm |
