2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |