1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 BMW 650
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 1010 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 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 650 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2790 mm |
