1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 43 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2012 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1455 mm |
