1989 Lancia Thema vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 1964 BMW 3200 CS 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 1964 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Thema | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Thema | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
