1972 Abarth 124 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 40 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), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 975 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1845 kg |
