1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 46 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 245 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Flaminia | GTO |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |