1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 25 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. Both 1986 Lancia Thema and 2011 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 180 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 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Thema | 118 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
