1969 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 912 kg more than 1969 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1969 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1969 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Lancia | GMC |
Model | Flaminia | Savana |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 117 L |