2009 BMW 550 vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 BMW 550 (489 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 550 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
