1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 BMW 528
To start off, 1981 BMW 528 is newer by 13 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 670 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, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1981 BMW 528 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 528 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 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 | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |