1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 525 kg more than 1949 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Flaminia | 356 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
