2007 Audi S8 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 9 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1998 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S8 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
