2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Because 2011 Lexus LFA 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 2011 Lexus LFA. 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Lancia | Lexus |
Model | Thesis | LFA |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4805 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4505 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2605 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |