1992 BMW 520 vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 26 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 68 kg more 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 520 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
