2005 BMW X5 vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1987 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X5 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 56 L |
