1991 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 328 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
