1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 310 kg more than 1963 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | Testarossa | Flavia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |