1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 37 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1095 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 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | 535 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
