1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 42 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1290 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2968 mm |
