2000 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 525 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
