1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 42 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 949 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, 2011 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |
