1996 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, both 1996 BMW M3 and 1996 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW M3 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 1996 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | M3 | Kappa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |