1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flaminia | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Flaminia | 996 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
