2006 BMW 740 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 27 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (303 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 945 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 2006 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 740 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |
