1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 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. 1976 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1967 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1967 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Flaminia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
