2003 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (315 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Fulvia | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Fulvia | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
