1956 Daimler DK vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 782 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Daimler DK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Daimler DK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Daimler | Lancia |
| Model | DK | Thema |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
