1984 BMW 628 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
Because 1984 BMW 628 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 1984 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 628 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
