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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 245 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 205 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 285 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 | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
