1995 Lancia Dedra vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Dedra.
Because 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Dedra. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1995 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lancia Dedra | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Dedra | 520 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |