1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 730 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 1995 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 1995 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Thema | 730 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2940 mm |
