1998 BMW 328 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 328 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
