1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 870 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
