2008 Acura TSX vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX, 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 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TSX | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
