2009 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Zeta 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 280 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2001 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M3 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
