2005 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 220 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 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 | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 318 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 56 L |