1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 48 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 2011 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Flaminia | 528 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
