1996 BMW 725 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 1 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 665 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 725 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
