1996 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 528 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
