2005 BMW 748 vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 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 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 748 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |