1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1968 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1956 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
