1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 51 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), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 524 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Lancia | Dodge |
Model | Flaminia | Charger |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
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 | 292 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |