1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 209 kg more than 1960 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
