1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta, 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 Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
