2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | Z4 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
