2009 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma, 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M3 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
