1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1968 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 308 | 1968 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 308 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |