1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 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 2,494 cc, 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 945 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 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 525 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |