1998 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 330 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
