1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 414 kg more than 1958 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Flaminia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 412 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
