THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1935
- Engine
- V8
- Type
- Fuori-serie
- Displacement
- 3,960 cc
- Power
- 100 CV
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Lancia Dilambda (1935) was coachbuilt by Pininfarina. Developed during a period marked by innovation in automotive design, the Dilambda was notable for its elegant lines and advanced engineering. The coachbuilding process incorporated varying proportions and construction methods that reflected the stylistic context of the era, emphasizing a blend of functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Mechanically, the Lancia Dilambda featured a robust chassis design that allowed for enhanced stability and performance. Powered by a V8 engine, the vehicle was equipped with advanced features for its time, including an independent front suspension that contributed to improved handling and ride comfort. The technical configuration of the Dilambda underscored Lancia’s commitment to engineering excellence and design sophistication.
Production data indicates that the Lancia Dilambda was limited in quantity, aligning with Pininfarina’s bespoke approach to automobile manufacturing. Surviving examples of this model are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. Documentation indicates that the Dilambda was presented at various automotive exhibitions, showcasing its design and engineering innovations to a discerning audience.
The Lancia Dilambda Pininfarina stands as a significant entry in the history of automotive design, illustrating the collaborative efforts between manufacturer and coachbuilder during a transformative period in the industry. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Fuori-serie
- Production notes
- Migrate as a generic Pinin Farina–bodied Lancia Dilambda legacy page. Pinin Farina's substantial Dilambda programme is independently documented, but this specific 1935 page does not establish an exact body style, chassis or production count. Preserve 1935 only as the legacy page anchor.
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- V8
- Displacement
- 3,960 cc
- Power (CV)
- 100 CV
- Engine speed
- 4,000 rpm
- Transmission
- Manual 4-speed
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
- Specification notes
- Source-backed donor/model-level baseline for Lancia Dilambda: V8, 3960 cc, 100 CV at 4000 rpm, 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive. Wheelbase, body dimensions, weight and maximum speed vary by series/body and are intentionally not inherited.
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Lancia
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Pininfarina
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery
No publishable photographs are currently catalogued for this vehicle.
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| Museo Nicolis / Epocauto — Lancia Dilambda technical history www.museonicolis.com | Museum technical article |











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