2005 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 563 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 530 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
