1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (310 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Beta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |
