1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 175 kg more than 1966 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Lancia | Maserati |
Model | Flavia | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |