1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 44 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 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
