1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1978 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Beta | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 440 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |