1972 BMW 3 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia 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 49 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 3 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3003 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |