2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 2007 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Thesis | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
