1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 840 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1740 kg |
