1971 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 932 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | Touring | Thema |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3053 mm |