1956 Daimler DK vs. 1961 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1961 Lancia Flavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 842 kg more than 1961 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1961 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Daimler | Lancia |
| Model | DK | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
