2007 BMW M6 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1005 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.
Because 2007 BMW M6 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 2007 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta, 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M6 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
