1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 993 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flaminia | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |
