1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Flaminia | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |