1977 BMW 732 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 14 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 732 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |