1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 BMW M3
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 940 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 BMW M3 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | M3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |