1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Beta | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |