2006 BMW 630 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa

To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 630 2012 Lancia Musa
Make BMW Lancia
Model 630 Musa
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 179 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 5.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 47 L


 

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