2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 47 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP) has 587 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 517 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | S-Type | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 687 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
