1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 42 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1590 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.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 85 L |
