1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 24 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 380 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
