2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1985 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Thema. (212 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Because 2008 Ford F-450 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 2008 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1985 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-450 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
