2005 BMW X5 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
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 X5 (520 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X5 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 59 L |
