1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1962 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1962 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F355 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 42 L |
