1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 47 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 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 142 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, 2007 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Flaminia | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
