1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, both 1973 Ferrari 246 and 1973 Lancia Beta were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 18 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
Because 1973 Ferrari 246 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 1973 Ferrari 246. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta, 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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 246 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
