1962 BMW 700 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 780 kg more than 1962 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 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 700 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |