1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 54 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1436 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Lancia | Maybach |
Model | Flaminia | 62 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6165 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3828 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 110 L |