2006 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1998 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M3 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
