1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
