1990 BMW 320 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 320 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
