1974 BMW 3 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1974 BMW 3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 3 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 3 | Appia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |