1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 BMW 545 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Flaminia | 545 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |