2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 386 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1964 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1964 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Durango | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 42 L |
