2006 BMW 525 vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 40 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 525 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2456 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
