1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Flaminia | GT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |
