2008 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Delta. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1992 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 330 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
