2007 BMW X3 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X3 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |
