1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 669 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 93 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta, 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F50 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 49 L |
