1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1973 Maserati Bora

To start off, 1973 Maserati Bora is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Maserati Bora.

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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Lancia Flaminia 1973 Maserati Bora
Make Lancia Maserati
Model Flaminia Bora
Year Released 1958 1973
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2458 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 306 HP
Torque 187 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1438 kg 1428 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm


 

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