1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 50 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 529 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. 2011 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
| Model | Flaminia | STS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
