1995 BMW M3 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1995 BMW M3 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 1995 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M3 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
