2004 BMW 535 vs. 1957 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1957 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 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1957 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 535 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
