1999 Lancia Dialogos vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Dialogos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Dialogos would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (186 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dialogos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Dialogos | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Dialogos | 535 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1924 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1920 kg |
