1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 48 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Lancia | Bentley |
| Model | Flaminia | Continental |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
