1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 BMW 323
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 30 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), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 877 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1998 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
