1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 29 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 815 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
