1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1115 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Lancia | Bentley |
| Model | Delta | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2745 mm |
