1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Lancia Thema | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Thema | X5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |