1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 55 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 430 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Flaminia | XJ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3157 mm |
