1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 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, 2000 Lexus GS (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1966 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1966 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Flaminia | GS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
