1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 30 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP) has 522 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 173 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | F40 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 720 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |