1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 845 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
