2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ferrari F430 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 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F430 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
