2008 BMW 320 vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 320 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
