1987 BMW 320 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 24 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 108 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 1987 BMW 320 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 1987 BMW 320. 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 320 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
