2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 320 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 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Thesis | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Thesis | 320 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
