2004 BMW 120 vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 40 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, 2004 BMW 120 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 BMW 120.
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 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 120 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
