1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 28 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Lancia | Maserati |
Model | Flaminia | 420 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |