2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1967 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 163 kg more than 1967 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 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Lumina 1967 Lancia Flaminia
Make Chevrolet Lancia
Model Lumina Flaminia
Year Released 2005 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 196 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1603 kg 1440 kg
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 42 L


 

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