2008 BMW M6 vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra, 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M6 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
