2009 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Delta. (212 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 295 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 335. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Delta. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 335 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
