1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 1993 Lexus GS is newer by 28 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 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, 1993 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. 1993 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1993 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Flaminia | GS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
