1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 45 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 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 489 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lancia | Maserati |
Model | Flaminia | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |