1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 650 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 2011 BMW 135 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 2011 BMW 135. 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | 135 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
