1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Kappa | 530 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
