1994 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 13 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW M3 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 1994 BMW M3. 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M3 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
