1977 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 320 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 320 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
