1959 BMW 502 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 502 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 502 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
