1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 790 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 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Beta | X3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 67 L |