1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 17 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (204 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Lancia | Ferrari |
| Model | Kappa | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
