2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 42 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP) has 432 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 567 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 612 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 42 L |
