1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 465 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Flavia | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |