1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 780 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 BMW 6 series 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 BMW 6 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 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2013 BMW 6 series 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 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Delta | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2855 mm |
