1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1060 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 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Lancia Prisma | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Prisma | 750 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |