1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 27 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. Both 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 and 2012 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 480 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 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 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | Lancia 037 | 120 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |