1995 BMW M5 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M5 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
