1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 43 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), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 1175 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 335 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
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 | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |