1995 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1995 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 550 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3066 mm |
