1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 29 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1126 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 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Beta | X6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
