2004 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2004 BMW 530 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 530. 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 530 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 306 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |