1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 43 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), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1475 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3070 mm |
