2008 BMW 118 vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 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 11 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 118 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
