1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 777 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Beta | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Beta | 640 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |