1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 46 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP) has 649 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 191 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saleen |
| Model | Flaminia | S7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 750 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2692 mm |
