2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | Z4 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
