2006 BMW 318 vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. Both 2006 BMW 318 and 1989 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 2006 BMW 318 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 2006 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema, 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, 2006 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 318 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
