1974 BMW 3 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 BMW 3 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 1974 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 3 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
