2004 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 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, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
