1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 49 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 379 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.
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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flavia | 370Z |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |