1958 BMW 501 vs. 1982 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Delta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 501 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 1958 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Delta, 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, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1982 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 501 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
