2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1982 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 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 360 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3571 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
