1979 BMW 628 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1979 BMW 628 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1958 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, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 628 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
