1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8

To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 12 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.

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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Lancia Flaminia 2006 Mazda RX-8
Make Lancia Mazda
Model Flaminia RX-8
Year Released 1962 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1308 cc
Engine Type V dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 98 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 8200 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 211 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 160 km/hour 235 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1428 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 61 L


 

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