1994 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 390 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 1994 BMW 740. 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 740 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
