1974 BMW 518 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1974 BMW 518 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 BMW 518. 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 518. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 518 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 518 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
