1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1961 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XK8 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
