1992 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 210 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 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Thema | 528 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2888 mm |
