1991 BMW M12 vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW M12 | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | M12 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |