1992 BMW 518 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 950 kg more than 1992 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 518 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 1992 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 518 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 518 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3078 mm |
