1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Megagamma | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Megagamma | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2484 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |