2006 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
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 37 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (217 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 530 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
