2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 46 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 523 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Envoy | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
