2004 AC Aceca vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 172 kg more than 1958 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
