1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 26 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 585 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 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Thema | 328 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
