1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 177 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 1967 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1967 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LeSabre | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
