1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Kappa | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |