1990 Lancia Dedra vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lancia Dedra | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Dedra | 730 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |