1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F355 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
