2008 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | X5 | Delta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 57 L |