1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 520 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2497 mm |
