1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 41 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 805 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, 2008 BMW 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
