1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 6 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (205 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 1999 Ferrari F50. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F50 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 230 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 | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
