1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 400 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 55 L |