1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 423 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
