1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 31 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1041 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
