1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia. 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flavia | 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Lancia | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Flavia | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2450 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |