2007 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | M3 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
