2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 432 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Catera | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |