1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 550 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3071 mm |
