1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 49 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 435 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Flavia | 328 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |