1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Flaminia | 993 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
