1959 BMW 700 vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Flavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1962 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 700 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1488 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |