1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 40 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 760 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 320 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |