1987 Lancia Thema vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Thema weights approximately 158 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 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 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Thema | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Thema | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
