1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
Because 1986 Maserati 420 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 1986 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Kappa | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Kappa | 420 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
