1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1957 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1957 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F512 M | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
