2010 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP) has 266 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2003 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 550 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 2010 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 550 | 2003 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 550 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
