1957 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. 2000 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flaminia | 607 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
