1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 44 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 955 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 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 335 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 57 L |