1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1963 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 348 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |
