2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 402 kg more than 1959 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 XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | XF | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |