1998 BMW 740 vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Delta. (212 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Delta. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 740 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
