2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 152 kg more than 1956 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Ram | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2780 mm |