1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP) has 522 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Flaminia | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 622 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 88 L |
