1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 BMW 856
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 24 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 1229 kg more than 1969 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1993 BMW 856 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 856 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2690 mm |