1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1975 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 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1988 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1605 kg |
