2007 BMW 120 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 120 and 1986 Lancia Thema are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 120 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
