1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Chrysler |
| Model | Flaminia | 300 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
