1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 40 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 17 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Lancia | Venturi |
| Model | Flaminia | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
