1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1994 BMW 518
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 518 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1994 BMW 518 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 518 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1160 kg |
