1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 1 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 88 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | DB4 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 324 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 37 L |