2005 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
