2007 BMW 335 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 31 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 335 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
