1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1965 MG MGC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGC (148 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Flaminia | MGC |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
