1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lancia Delta | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Delta | X3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
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 | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |