1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 BMW 525
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 5 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1973 BMW 525 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 525 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |