2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1968 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 48 L |
