1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 660 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Thema | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Thema | Panamera |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2918 mm |