1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 787 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Porsche 911 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Porsche | Lancia |
Model | 911 | Thema |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1491 mm |