2008 BMW 325 vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | 325 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |