2011 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 1 Series 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 2012 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Ypsilon | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
