1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1988 BMW 530
To start off, 1988 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1972 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1988 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1593 kg |
