1974 BMW Touring vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 416 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | Touring | Kappa |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |