2008 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M5 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
