1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 24 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. Both 1988 Lancia Thema and 2012 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Thema | 120 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
