2005 BMW X5 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 2005 BMW X5 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 856 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.

Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.

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2005 BMW X5 1963 Lancia Flaminia
Make BMW Lancia
Model X5 Flaminia
Year Released 2005 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 2775 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 215 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 210 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1314 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 56 L