2009 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 335 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
