1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 283 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1600 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
