1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1967 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1967 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1998 Infiniti QX4 1967 Lancia Flaminia
Make Infiniti Lancia
Model QX4 Flaminia
Year Released 1998 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2775 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2530 mm