1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 26 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 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
