1965 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 890 kg more than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Fulvia. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Lancia Fulvia | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Fulvia | 6 series |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 318 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |