1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1987 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Flavia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
