2007 BMW 730 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 506 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 730 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 56 L |
