2002 BMW 740 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 740 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 2002 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 740 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
