2009 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 11 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 335 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2959 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
