1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia 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 14 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1963 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Brilliance |
| Model | Flaminia | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 74 L |
