1992 BMW 850 vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
Because 1992 BMW 850 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 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Trevi. 1981 Lancia Trevi has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Lancia Trevi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 850 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
