2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 43 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 725 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Maranello | Appia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
