2005 Infiniti M vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 550 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | M | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
