2004 GMC Safari vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 520 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | GMC | Lancia |
Model | Safari | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 188 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |