1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 31 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
