2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP) has 382 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 13 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | F430 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 474 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |