2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | Z4 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
