2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 670 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Thesis | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
