1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1962 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 760 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Seville | 1962 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
