2005 BMW 330 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 330 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
