1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Stola | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1559 mm |
