1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1973 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1956 BMW 507 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 507 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1254 kg |
