1958 AC Ace vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 524 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Ace | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |