1972 Abarth 124 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 33 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 720 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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1590 kg |
