1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 33 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1030 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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1968 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1968 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2001 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 745 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2830 mm |
