1980 BMW 628 vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
Because 1980 BMW 628 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 1980 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 628 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
