1997 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 730 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
