1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 355 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. 2009 BMW 135 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. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
