1996 BMW 332 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 332 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
