1988 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520. 1988 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Zeta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 520 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
