1997 GMC Safari vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 34 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 650 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Safari | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |