1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 22 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 has manual transmission. 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
