2005 BMW 760 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 760 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 2005 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 760 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
