2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 47 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP) has 390 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F430 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
