1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 880 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 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 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2969 mm |
