1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flaminia | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
