1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin Virage 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 1988 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | Virage | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
