2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 360 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
