1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 29 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 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Banshee (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Banshee should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 241 kg more than 1959 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 Lancia Flaminia | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Flaminia | Banshee |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 4042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |