1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1971 BMW 3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |