1956 BMW 507 vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 346 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 1956 BMW 507 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 507 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
