1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1988 BMW 535
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 740 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, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1988 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1610 kg |
