1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 30 kg more than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Flaminia | Boxster |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |