1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1978 Ferrari 308 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 1978 Ferrari 308. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 308 | Kappa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |