1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | X6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2933 mm |
