2000 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, both 2000 BMW 328 and 2000 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2000 BMW 328 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 2000 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 328 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
