2008 BMW 116 vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 116 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
