1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 620 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 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Maranello | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 59 L |
