1979 BMW 633 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 633 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 1979 BMW 633. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 633 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
