2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | Z4 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
