1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2009 BMW 745
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 25 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1984 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 has manual transmission. 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2009 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 745 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 4423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
