2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia 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 @ 8500 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F430 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 42 L |
