1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 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) has 276 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 77 kg more than 1961 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 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F512 M | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
