1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Thunderbird | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |