1998 BMW 730 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1981 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 730 | Beta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |