1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2007 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2790 mm |
