1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 14 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Flaminia | 3.5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2820 mm |