1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1998 BMW 328
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 27 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 760 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1998 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1630 kg |
