2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP) has 359 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1959 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 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | V12 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
