1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Lancia | Bentley |
| Model | Delta | Continental |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2746 mm |
