1995 BMW 317 vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 31 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 317 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
