2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Arnage 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 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Arnage | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
