1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 39 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1965 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Flaminia | Bora |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |