1958 BMW 503 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 BMW 503. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 503 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 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 503 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
