1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa

To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 1 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.

Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 1999 Ferrari F50. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ferrari F50 1998 Lancia Kappa
Make Ferrari Lancia
Model F50 Kappa
Year Released 1999 1998
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4698 cc 2959 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 671 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 10497 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 521 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 8000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2710 mm


 

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