2009 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 650 | Thesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |