1966 Lamborghini Flying Star vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (374 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Flying Star | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3939 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
