2005 BMW 318 vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 40 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 318 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |