1996 Lancia Dedra vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 880 kg more than 1996 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Dedra. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Lancia Dedra | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Dedra | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |