1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 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 1988 Porsche 911. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Kappa | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Kappa | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |