1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta 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 329 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1972 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1972 Lancia Beta 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.
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1972 Lancia Beta | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Beta | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |