1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 502 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 350 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Appia | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 549 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |