1992 Infiniti J30 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1960 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, 1992 Infiniti J30 (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Infiniti J30 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | J30 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
