2007 Audi S4 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
