2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 25 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | BMW | Lancia |
Model | Z4 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |