1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1960 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:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Lancia | Packard |
| Model | Flaminia | 12 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3440 mm |
