1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Flaminia | X5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |