2007 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 525 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.8 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 | 1280 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
