1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 38 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 694 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Lancia Beta | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Beta | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |