1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 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 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 916 kg more than 1974 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 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 M5 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1786 kg |
