1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | MK VIII | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 42 L |
