1995 Acura Legend vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1965 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | Legend | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |