1972 BMW 3 vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 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, 1972 BMW 3 (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 3 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3003 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |