1958 BMW 501 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 BMW 501.
Because 1958 BMW 501 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 1958 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 501 | Kappa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |