2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP) has 441 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1960 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 612 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 42 L |
