2008 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 330 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
