1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1665 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 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 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 550 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
