2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 BMW 335.
Because 2006 BMW 335 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 2006 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Thesis | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Thesis | 335 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
