2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (336 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1175 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.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 Yukon (509 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Yukon | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
