1984 BMW 628 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1984 BMW 628 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 BMW 628 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 628 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
