1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari F355 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 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (285 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F355 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
