1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2002 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Appia | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
