2006 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 330 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
