1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2007 BMW 645

To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 2007 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Lancia Flavia 2007 BMW 645
Make Lancia BMW
Model Flavia 645
Year Released 1963 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1488 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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