1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 262 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lancia | Panoz |
Model | Flaminia | Esperante |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |