1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1993 BMW 5.8 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 1993 BMW 5.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 5.8 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
