1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1957 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1957 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1957 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 308 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
