1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 49 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1071 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.
Because 1958 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flaminia | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
