1969 Buick GS vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 380 kg more than 1963 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | GS | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |