2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1965 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 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJ6 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
