1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1978 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1978 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Stola | 730 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
