1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
