1992 BMW 540 vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1992 BMW 540 and 1992 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1992 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Delta. 1992 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 540 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
