1977 Lancia Scorpion vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Scorpion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Scorpion would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 785 kg more than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Scorpion has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Scorpion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Scorpion | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Scorpion | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2968 mm |
