2008 BMW 630 vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Delta. (212 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 630 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
