1959 BMW 600 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 935 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 600 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 1959 BMW 600. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2710 mm |
