2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 46 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 505 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 612 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
