1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. Both 1976 Lancia Gamma and 2010 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma, 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Gamma | 118 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
