1956 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Flaminia | Bora |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |