2006 BMW 650 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2006 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 650 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
