1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, 1982 Buick Century is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Century (110 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century, 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, 1982 Buick Century (197 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 1982 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1982 Buick Century | |
| Make | Lancia | Buick |
| Model | Flaminia | Century |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2662 mm |
