2007 Lancia Musa vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Porsche 959 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 1983 Porsche 959. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa, 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Musa | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Musa | 959 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |