1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1961 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 920 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2960 mm |
