1961 BMW 700 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 384 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 59 L |
