1995 BMW 730 vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 730 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 1995 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 730 | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 730 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
