1989 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 610 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 Porsche Panamera 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 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Thema | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Thema | Panamera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
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 | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |