1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1996 BMW Z3 and 1996 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW Z3 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 1996 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, 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, 1996 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | Z3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
