2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2010 BMW 120

To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 369 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.

Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Lancia Thesis 2010 BMW 120
Make Lancia BMW
Model Thesis 120
Year Released 2001 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 16.0:1
Top Speed 224 km/hour 218 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 51 L


 

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