2007 BMW 323 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. 2007 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1967 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1967 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 323 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2775 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
