1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 29 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1997 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
