1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 2.8 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
