2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 10 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis. 2003 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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.
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2003 Lancia Thesis | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Thesis | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |