2009 BMW 125 vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (213 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.

Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lancia Thesis (263 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2002 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2002 Lancia Thesis
Make BMW Lancia
Model 125 Thesis
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2959 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 213 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 263 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm


 

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