1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
