1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1969 BMW 1600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 277 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1600 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 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 |
