2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F430 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 42 L |
