1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am.
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 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Flaminia | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
