2004 BMW 525 vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1965 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 525 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |