2007 BMW 525 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 44 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 125 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.
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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 525 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
