1996 Lancia Kappa vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 65 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Kappa | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |