1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Flavia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
