2009 BMW M3 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 314 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | M3 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |