1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 29 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | Pickster |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |