1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
