1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 61 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 512 BBi | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
