1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 BMW 335 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Flaminia | 335 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |