1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 265 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1962 Aston Martin DB4 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 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB4 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
