1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta.
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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | 320 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
