1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 18 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 419 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 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Kappa | 640 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
