1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 246 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Flaminia | GS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 71 L |
