1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 54 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1135 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 2013 GMC Yukon 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. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Lancia | GMC |
Model | Flaminia | Yukon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 316 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |