1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 21 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Flaminia | Boxster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |