1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 395 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | Testarossa | Flavia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |