2007 BMW 545 vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 545 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 2007 BMW 545. 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 545 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
