1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 650 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
