2007 Infiniti M vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | M | Thema |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
