1982 BMW 323 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, both 1982 BMW 323 and 1982 Lancia Prisma were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 323 (148 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 323 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 BMW 323 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 1982 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1982 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 323 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 323 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
