1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
