1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Beta | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |