1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 35 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | 328 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
