1992 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, both 1992 BMW M3 and 1992 Lancia Thema were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW M3 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 1992 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | M3 | Thema |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |