1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1978 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Gamma | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Gamma | 328 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
