2005 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
