1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 825 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
