2005 BMW 530 vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 46 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 530 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
