1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1995 BMW 520
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 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 52 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1995 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
