1989 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1989 BMW 730 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 1989 BMW 730. 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 730 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
