1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (121 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Flaminia | 116 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
