1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 20 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 730 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 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 | 2005 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
