1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1969 Ford Ranchero is newer by 11 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 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 292 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranchero | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
