2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 530 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 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | S-Type | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
