2008 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
Because 2008 BMW 530 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 2008 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta, 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 530 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
