2009 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 14 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 410 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
