1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 870 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300. 2007 BMW 335 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. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |
