1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 26 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 156 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2497 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
