1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 330 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
