1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3060 mm |
