1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1961 Porsche 718
To start off, 1961 Porsche 718 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 850 kg more than 1961 Porsche 718.
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:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1961 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Flaminia | 718 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
