1952 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 193 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | 40 | Thema |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1905 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3053 mm |