1983 BMW 525 vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1956 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 525 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 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 | 1250 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
