1984 BMW 725 vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 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 215 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 725.
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 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 725 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 725 | Thema |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3053 mm |