2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 518 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
Because 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 2012 Pagani Huayra. 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Lancia | Pagani |
| Model | Thesis | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2795 mm |
