2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 49 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP) has 403 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 185 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F430 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| 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 | 503 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |
