1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 28 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 260 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, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Lancia | De Tomaso |
Model | Flaminia | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |