2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP) has 406 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 178 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 637 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |