2009 BMW 120 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 51 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (155 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 120 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
