1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1980 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi, 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Trevi | 528 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 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 | 176 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
