2004 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (213 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2004 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 730 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
