2007 BMW M vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 2007 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1970 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
