1995 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M3 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 1995 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M3 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
