2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 502 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Bentley | Lancia |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 98 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 186 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |