1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 44 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1007 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1964 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1964 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Flaminia | Touareg |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |