1995 BMW S3 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW S3 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 S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10, 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 S3 (260 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | S3 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
