1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1972 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1972 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1972 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1600 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 51 L |
