1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1971 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1971 Maserati Bora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 315 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1971 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Flavia | Bora |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
