2006 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 530 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
