2012 BMW 535 vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 535 | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 535 | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
