2006 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 630 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.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X5 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 49 L |
