2008 BMW 645 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1958 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 645 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
