1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP) has 376 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1961 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 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Flaminia | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 476 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 89 L |