1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 155 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500.
Because 1962 Maserati 3500 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 1962 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Kappa | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
