1998 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta 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, 1998 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Delta. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Delta. 1998 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 330 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
