1999 Lancia Kappa vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 224 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Kappa | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Kappa | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |