1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1985 Volvo 245 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Flaminia | 245 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
