1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | F355 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 42 L |