1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 43 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Flaminia | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
