1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Flaminia | X5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |
