2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Thema. (363 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Thema. (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Thema. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Viper | Thema |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8355 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
