2008 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
