1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | X5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
