2004 BMW 118 vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 118 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia. 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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 118 | Flavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |