2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Thesis | 930 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |