2009 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 11 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 335 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
