1994 BMW 840 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 840 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
