1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 42 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), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 885 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| 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 | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
