1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 841 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 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Lancia Thema | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lancia | Maserati |
Model | Thema | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3063 mm |