1956 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1954 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,100 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 340 Spider weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Lancia Appia.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1954 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 340 Spider | Appia |
Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4100 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 820 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |