2009 BMW M6 vs. 1964 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flavia. 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1964 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | M6 | Flavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |