1970 Lancia 2000 vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia 2000 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | 2000 | 959 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
