1959 BMW 700 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 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 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 110 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 654 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2775 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
