1983 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1983 BMW 325 and 1983 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
