1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 BMW 750
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 38 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 1314 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 2007 BMW 750 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 750 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |