1986 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 28 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 268 kg more than 1986 BMW M3.
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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M3 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
