1984 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Thema | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Thema | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
