1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 31 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 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 1428 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1999 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3080 mm |
