1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. Both 1997 Lancia Kappa and 2010 BMW 320 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
Because 2010 BMW 320 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 2010 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Kappa | 320 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
