1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1986 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1986 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Lancia | Bentley |
| Model | Thema | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2746 mm |
