2006 BMW X3 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2330 mm |
