1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 312 kg more than 1961 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flaminia | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 279 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |