1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 672 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1500 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
