2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 364 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Seville | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |