2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Donkervoort | Lancia |
Model | D8 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |