1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
