1994 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 335 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2761 mm |
