1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 49 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 960 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.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Lancia | GMC |
Model | Flaminia | Savana |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 117 L |