1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 725 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thema | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2955 mm |
