1988 BMW 524 vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Because 1988 BMW 524 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 524. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000, 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 524 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
