1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 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 993 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 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Flaminia | 993 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |