2009 BMW 125 vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Delta. (212 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 21 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 2009 BMW 125. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 125 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
