1992 BMW 850 vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1964 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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 850 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
