1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1975 BMW Coupe
To start off, 1975 BMW Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1975 BMW Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
