1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1987 Lancia Thema is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 535 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Thema |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |